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Alibaba Cloud launches Qwen Book, its first AI agent computer, at Yunqi Conference
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On September 23, at the 2026 Yunqi Conference, Alibaba Cloud launched Qwen Book, its first AI agent computer. The device features a Skill keyboard array, a global AI button, a voice stylus, and a 7x24-hour heavy-task operating space, designed to address cross-application and cross-agent pain points in AI office and daily life. Qwen Book also announced a partnership with the popular open-source project Omarchy to jointly explore a new-generation desktop operating system for agents. Omarchy founder DHH stated that agent computers need a native agent operating system and that the two parties share a common vision for the future of personal computers. Based on the 'OS as Harness' concept and powered by the Qianwen end-cloud model, Qwen Book integrates OS, applications, cloud services, and hardware to create a computable environment that is understandable, memorable, and continuously operable by AI agents. The hardware includes an intent-native interaction system, an AI Island status screen, and a magnetic keyboard. Alibaba Cloud R&D VP Zhang Xiantao described the device as a personal intelligent assistant that can receive tasks anytime and show results upon opening the lid. Qwen Book also opens its system interfaces to developers and hardware partners.
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Shanghai, September 23 (Securities Times reporter Yang Xiangfei) — At the 2026 Yunqi Conference, Alibaba Cloud unveiled its latest AI agent-powered computer, the Qwen Book, designed to address key pain points in AI-driven office and daily life workflows that require cross-application and cross-agent coordination.
The device features a Skill keyboard array, a global AI button, a voice-enabled stylus, and a dedicated operating environment capable of executing heavy-duty tasks around the clock.
Collaboration with Omarchy
Qwen Book also announced a partnership with Omarchy, one of the most popular open-source projects, to jointly explore a new generation of desktop operating systems tailored for AI agents.
DHH, founder of Omarchy, stated:
"Agent computers need a native agent operating system! We share a common vision for the future of personal computing, and we are now investing resources to make this vision a reality."
Core Technology: OS as Harness
Built on the OS as Harness concept, Qwen Book is powered by the Qwen end-cloud model as its core foundation. It deeply integrates the operating system, applications, cloud services, and various hardware components, unifying:
- Interaction entry points
- Runtime environments
- Personal persistent context
- Software and hardware control capabilities
This architecture creates a computing environment that is understandable, memory-capable, continuously operational, and governable by AI agents. The goal is to transform AI from a "general expert" into a "dedicated expert" that proactively understands, remains present, and continuously evolves.
Hardware Design
- Intent-native interaction system with a global AI button and Skill keyboard array for one-click agent activation and task execution
- AI Island, an independent status secondary screen for clear task progress visibility
- Magnetic keyboard for enhanced office and handwriting creation experiences
Executive Insight
"This is not just a computer, but a personal intelligent assistant that allows you to assign tasks anytime, anywhere, and see results the moment you open the lid."
— Zhang Xiantao, Vice President of R&D and President of the Terminal Intelligent Computing Division at Alibaba Cloud
Open Ecosystem
Qwen Book also opens its system interfaces and capabilities to developers and hardware partners, aiming to expand the terminal form factors and capabilities of AI agents. The device has already partnered with Qualcomm, Intel, and Logitech.
Source: Shanghai Securities News · China Securities Network
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